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Our three exceptional divisions offer cross-genre experiences, exposing students to diverse styles and techniques that will prepare them for a well-rounded career at the highest level.
Classical Performance & Composition
Contemporary Music
Research and Scholarly Studies
Spotlights
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News
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Stewart Gordon named 2025 Teacher of the Year by Music Teachers National Association
Carl St.Clair concludes historic tenure as music director of the Pacific Symphony
In Memoriam: Janice McVeigh
Upcoming Events
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Chamber Music Festival: Strings
The Chamber Music Festival presents four days and nights of chamber music from the exceptional students of USC Thornton.
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Chamber Music Festival: Vocal Arts
The Chamber Music Festival presents four days and nights of chamber music from the exceptional students of USC Thornton.
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Chamber Music Festival: Strings
The Chamber Music Festival presents four days and nights of chamber music from the exceptional students of USC Thornton.
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Popular Music: Second-year Showcase
Students from the USC Thornton Popular Music Program demonstrate their talents in performance, songwriting, arranging and production in this series of showcase concert events.
